SFCV’s perceptive writers report on America’s native classical music. Feature 2024 Recording Roundup of Local Artists SFCV Editors - December 17, 2024 Offered without critique, a smorgasbord of music that was released this year. Feature Charlie Hunter, Prodigal Guitarist, Returns to the Bay Area Andrew Gilbert - December 10, 2024 Hunter is at the sweet spot in his career, helping fellow musicians in jazz, roots, and soul realize their artistic ambitions. Review A Style for Every Season at SFJAZZ With Singer Destani Wolf Andrew Gilbert - December 9, 2024 In wide-ranging set that covers bolero, R&B, and a handful of holiday tunes, Wolf proves herself the complete package. Feature Zoe Ellis Taps Into the Gospel Voice of the Bay Andrew Gilbert - December 3, 2024 In her new role as director of music ministries at Glide Memorial Church, Ellis is hoping to unite San Francisco in song. Feature Everyone’s Turning Out for Oaktown Jazz Workshops’ 30th Anniversary Andrew Gilbert - November 11, 2024 Alumni, faculty, and supporters of the Oakland music education program are reuniting for an evening of performances at Yoshi’s. Preview Mali Obomsawin’s Brand of Native American Jazz Comes to San Francisco Jeff Kaliss - November 4, 2024 The composer and bassist is at SFJAZZ this week playing music off her first album and more. Review The Art of the SFJAZZ Collective Andrew Gilbert - October 28, 2024 The ensemble has partnered with the de Young Museum for this season’s commissioning project, blending music and visuals with intriguing results. Feature Wayne Shorter, Always a Jazz Pioneer, Still Inspires Others to Innovate Andrew Gilbert - October 28, 2024 The legacy of the late saxophonist and composer is being celebrated by his bandmates in concerts around California this month. Feature A Legendary San Francisco Blues Spot Reopens Jeff Kaliss - October 22, 2024 After a five-year closure, Biscuits and Blues is in business again and hoping to bring audiences back with a community celebration. Review Jason Moran Does Justice to James Reese Europe, a Pioneer of Black Music Richard S. Ginell - October 15, 2024 In a performance at Disney Hall, the pianist and his band champion the legacy of this influential figure in the early history of jazz. Pagination 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 … Next › Next page Last » Last page